Out and About in Dumfries & Galloway

Dalbeattie Workshop Will Provide up to One Hundred New Homes for Tree Sparrows

Schools and youth groups around Castle Douglas and Dalbeattie are coming together with RSPB Scotland and BSW Timber to create new homes for tree...

Dumfries and Galloway wins Countryfile Tourism Award.

It won’t come as any surprise to either residents or visitors to our region - we already knew what a great place it is...

10 Of The Most Romantic Things To See And Do In Dumfries And Galloway

With Valentines day just around the corner, many of you old romantics may be starting to think of things to do for February the...

REPORTS SHOW THERE IS ‘SNOW DROP’ IN VISITORS AT CASTLE KENNEDY

  Visitors to Castle Kennedy Gardens rose by *50% last year during the Garden’s participation in the annual Snowdrop Festival which begins again this weekend. The...

FORESTRY COMMISION LAUNCH ‘KEEP IT CLEAN’ CAMPAIGN

  The recent spate of relentlessly wet weather has prompted Forestry Commission Scotland to remind people working in or visiting a woodland or forest to...

STAY SAFE AROUND WATERCOURSES DURING COLD WEATHER

Scottish Water is calling on people to stay safe around watercourses during the cold weather and icy conditions. We are advising people to be vigilant...

Become a Ranger for a day at Drumlanrig

  Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate is offering the perfect chance to fulfil those ever-popular New Year’s resolutions: to volunteer and learn new skills. The Estate’s...

Police Issue Weather and Water Condition Warning to Kayakers

Police Scotland is warning people taking part in outdoor water activities to ensure they are aware of the dangers, conscious of the weather...

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY NEEDS YOUR VOTE TO WIN TOP HOLIDAY DESTINATION TITLE

  Dumfries & Galloway is the only Scottish region shortlisted for a prestigious award as the UK’s ‘Holiday Destination of the Year’. The region is one...

‘BE SAFE’ ON THE GALLOWAY HILLS THIS WINTER!

  Walkers and climbers urged to be prepared Outdoor enthusiasts are being urged to make sure they’re well prepared before heading to the hills this winter. Mountain...